Electronics Test Technician - Component-Level Troubleshooting/Defense Electronics (1st Shift)
About this role
Electronics Test Technician
Component-Level Troubleshooting | Defense Electronics
Canonsburg, PA
Pay Estimated: $29.70 - $35.13/Hour
U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
1st Shift Opportunity
We are hiring an Electronics Test Technician to support defense engineering, electronics testing, component-level troubleshooting, repair, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems and specialized test equipment. This role requires a DoD Secret security clearance and hands-on experience troubleshooting analog, digital, mixed-signal, and power electronics using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, signal generators, multimeters, circuit schematics, and technical documentation.
Responsibilities:
- Perform component-level troubleshooting on analog, digital, mixed-signal, and power electronics assemblies.
- Support engineering activities involving the design, testing, checkout, modification, fabrication, assembly, and maintenance of prototype electromechanical systems, experimental circuitry, laser/light transmission devices, and specialized test equipment.
- Analyze circuit schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation to isolate electronic faults and identify root causes.
- Use oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, signal generators, multimeters, and other diagnostic equipment to test and troubleshoot electronic systems.
- Apply electronics theory, including Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s laws, transistor theory, operational amplifiers, digital logic, and power conversion principles, to fault analysis.
- Identify failed or out-of-specification components, including resistors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, integrated circuits (ICs), and power devices.
- Diagnose and repair electronic assemblies at the component level.
- Conduct functional and environmental testing to verify repairs and equipment performance.
- Document failure modes, root causes, repairs, test results, and corrective actions in applicable maintenance or quality systems.
- Provide technical troubleshooting and test support to production, engineering, and quality teams.
- Assist with developing troubleshooting procedures, test plans, repair instructions, and supporting technical documentation.
- Fabricate simple hardware as required to support engineering and testing activities.
Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law
- Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
- Associate’s degree in a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
- Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
- Proven ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electronic assemblies at the component level.
- Strong understanding of analog circuits, including amplifiers, filters, oscillators, and power supplies.
- Strong understanding of digital circuits, including logic families, microcontrollers, and communication interfaces.
- Strong understanding of power electronics, including linear and switching regulators and motor drives.
- Working knowledge of electronics theory, including Ohm’s law, Kirchhoff’s laws, transistor theory, operational amplifiers, digital logic, and power conversion.
- Experience reading and interpreting circuit schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Proficiency using electronics diagnostic and test equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers, signal generators, and multimeters.
- Fundamental knowledge and proficiency in the use of related electronics tools and equipment.
- Ability to fabricate simple hardware as required.
- Clear computer and test equipment knowledge.
- May require a 1st Class FCC license and Solder Repair certification.
Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.
What to Expect
- Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
- Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallmarks of organizations with low turnover.
- Final position level and pay will be based on experience.
Resources
- To apply, send a resume to: [email protected]
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- For more information about Moseley, visit: About Us
Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.
We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of “World Class Service. World Class Company.”
Company at a glance
Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) is a minority-owned, Small-Disadvantaged Business (SDB), Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certified, and award-winning Engineering Services Company. Established in 1994 under Alabama law, Moseley specializes in providing engineering and technical services to national Aerospace and Defense companies.
Expect better service and consistent results.
By putting our employees first, we attract and retain higher quality people who provide employers with the skills, experience, and reliability they need to succeed – every time.
Our Mission
We deliver superior service to our customers and employees while providing solutions to business challenges and opportunities.
Our Vision
To build long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.
We stand by our 30-year commitment to be a “World-Class Company providing World-Class Service.” We have never wavered from our core principles, and we are thankful for the continued trust of our industry partners who agree with our stated and practiced principles.
Top Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
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